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County board member criticizes DEI programming at Greater Freeport Partnership; GFP staff says programs serve businesses
Summary
During public comment, a county board member objected to a DEI presentation hosted by the Greater Freeport Partnership and Highland, citing a recent executive order and arguing the county should avoid funding controversial programming. GFP staff said the organization’s work is centered on economic development and small-business support.
A Stephenson County board member used the meeting’s public-comment period to criticize diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs he said were promoted at a recent Greater Freeport Partnership event, and to urge the partnership to avoid controversial topics when the county supports the organization.
Larry Jogress, identified himself as a District F county board member during public comment, told the committee that he and others had discussed concerns with Greater Freeport Partnership staff and that “DEI is not a talent retax retention…
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